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This bill, known as the "SECURE Act" (Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and Emergency Act), provides a process for granting lawful permanent resident status to certain foreign nationals, primarily those who have been under Temporary Protected Status (TPS) or Deferred Enforced Departure. The bill allows eligible foreign nationals who have been continuously present in the United States for at least three years to apply for permanent residency, with certain exceptions for those who have been previously removed. Applicants must pass criminal and national security background checks and pay a fee (with exemptions for minors, low-income individuals, those in foster care, or those with serious disabilities). The bill includes provisions for work authorization while applications are pending and allows for advance parole. Spouses, domestic partners, and children of eligible applicants may also apply for permanent residency. Importantly, the bill includes confidentiality protections, preventing the Department of Homeland Security from using application information for immigration enforcement purposes, with limited exceptions for security and law enforcement investigations. The legislation also adds new reporting requirements for countries currently under Temporary Protected Status, mandating detailed assessments of their ability to repatriate nationals. Additionally, the bill ensures that individuals eligible under this new provision are not precluded from seeking other potential immigration benefits.

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